End the ‘Widow Penalty’
The government should end the practice of denying green cards to immigrants after their American spouses have died. nytimes.com |
In the Bronx, a Clash of Cultures Turns Violent
Muslim immigrants from West Africa who live in the Claremont neighborhood say tensions with their black American neighbors have escalated. nytimes.com |
Lawsuits Renew Questions on Immigrant Detention
The Obama administration has promised to improve treatment of detainees, but critics say that two lawsuits may have disturbing implications. nytimes.com |
Nebraska Town Votes to Banish Illegal Immigrants
Residents of Fremont, Neb., a meat-packing town, approved a referendum to banish illegal immigrants from jobs and rental homes. nytimes.com |
Paterson’s Pardon Panel for Immigrants Faces Deadline
A state board must examine hundreds of appeals from immigrants who face deportation because of criminal convictions before Dec. 31. nytimes.com |